Introduction to Power Factor Solution

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Understanding Power Factor & Capacitor Bank

What is Power Factor?

Power Factor is an index used to measure the efficient use of electricity. This index is measured on a range of 0 – 1.0. A high power-factor level indicates efficient electricity usage — and vice versa. A low power factor means high wastage of energy supplied or used.

Understanding Power Factor Surcharge

Power Factor Diagram

The illustration below shows the relationship between Active Power (kW), Reactive Power (kVAR), and Apparent Power (kVA). Improving the power factor reduces the angle between kW and kVA — increasing efficiency.

Energy Efficiency

Why Energy Efficiency is Important?

(National Energy Efficiency Action Plan (NEEAP) 2016–2025) – Promotes energy efficiency to ensure productive use of energy and minimize waste in order to contribute to sustainable development, increased welfare, and competitiveness.

(National Energy Policy (NEP) 2020–2040) – Aims to improve economic resilience and ensure energy recovery while achieving equality and universal access, as well as ensuring environmental sustainability.

Illustration showing energy efficiency concept

Energy Efficiency Definition

Energy efficiency can be defined as using the same or less amount of energy to produce a better output or using less energy to accomplish the same task — all while maintaining the same comfort level.

Technical Certification & Compliance Overview

Product Certificate Solution to Power Quality Risk Compliance with Standards Technology Integration

Product Certification & National Recognition

The PFCS-Binatenaga is a locally developed Smart Reactive Power Compensation System recognized for safety, innovation, and environmental excellence.

MySTI Certified (MOSTI) – MY202400581, MY202400582, MY202400584
SIRIM QAS International – Safety & Performance Assurance
MGTC GreenTech – Energy Conservation & GHG Reduction
IEC / EN Standards
- IEC 60252-1 – Star Capacitor Performance
- IEC 60831-1/2 – Delta Capacitor Performance
- IEC 61921 – System Safety
- IEC 60529 – Ingress Protection Rating
- IEC 60670-1 – Panel Safety

Solution to Power Quality Risk

PFCS-Binatenaga addresses three major challenges:

High Fault Level – Reduces short-circuit current
Voltage Swings – Smooth staged switching
Power Factor Drop – Maintains PF 0.96–1.00

Includes IoT monitoring, EWS, and self-healing functions.

Compliance with Power Quality Standards

Designed to meet national and global standards:

ST – PF ≥ 0.85 / 0.90
TNB – No voltage, flicker, harmonics issues
MS IEC 60038 – Voltage Regulation
IEC 61000 series – Flicker & Harmonics
IEEE 519 – Harmonic Limits
IEC 61727 – PV PF Standards

Technology Integration

PFCS-Binatenaga maintains grid stability & efficiency.

IEC 61727 – PF control for solar
IEEE 1547 – Inverter reactive support
Reduces voltage swings & harmonics
Aligned with JKR TBOR standards